Kenneth White
Waterloo,SC
Summary
Accomplished Polymer Process Supervisor with a proven track record at Ascend Performance Materials, enhancing production by 15% and reducing quality complaints. Expert in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma, with exceptional problem-solving and staff supervision skills. Cultivated strong leadership and interpersonal abilities, driving efficiency and fostering positive relationships.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Polymer Process Supervisor
Ascend Performance Materials
02.2024 - Current
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status.
- Improved process to reduce quality complaints.
- Improved RFI on continuous polymer line.
- Improved the Autoclave process to increase production by 15%.
- Supervise process overhauls and start ups.
- Work and support the engineering group.
- Review and update SOP's and OI's.
- Troubleshoot process issues.
- Use IP21 to trend process to help identify possible issues.
Polymer FLL
Ascend Performance Materials
11.2018 - 02.2024
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Lead a team of over 35 operators.
- Maintain labor budget and cost.
- Conduct quarterly and yearly reviews.
- Empower operators to make decisions.
- Work with operators on a individual basis to meet their personal goals.
Polymer Shift Lead
Ascend Performance Materials
07.2011 - 11.2018
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Used automated controlled system to monitor and make process changes as needed.
- Worked with labs and maintenance to ensure productivity and quality.
- Responsible for labor hours, overtime, transitions, safety and training.
Polymer Control Room Operator
Ascend Performance Materials
05.2005 - 07.2013
- Documented daily activities in internal system and submitted timely shift reports.
- Worked with labs and maintenance to ensure productivity and quality.
- Monitored operations to spot and report on issues for quick resolution.
- Work with automated systems to run process.
- Made process changes according to lab results to ensure A grade production.
One Step Operator
Ascend Performance Materials
02.2004 - 05.2005
- Machine operator responsible for the operating of a one step process. Troubleshooting, monitoring, ensuring quality, safety and productivity.
Dark Room Specialist
Fujifilm
11.2001 - 02.2004
- Responsible for applying emulsion on film.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
LDI Operator
Ascend Performance Materials
09.1996 - 11.2001
- Responsible for installing and removing units.
- Monitoring temperatures and wattages on each unit.
- Transition process to different products to meet customer orders.
BCF Operator
Monsanto
07.1994 - 09.1996
- Was responsible for the production of quality nylon.
- Maintain and do light mechanical work.
BCF Operator
Monsanto
03.1988 - 07.1994
- Maintain high efficiency while producing a high quality product.
Skills
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Process Documentation
- Six Sigma Methodologies Green Belt, Yellow belt
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Waste Reduction
- Hazard recognition coach
- Office 365(word, excel, power point)
- Training
- Problem solving
- Multitasking
- Staff Supervision
- Performance monitoring
- Lean Manufacturing
Timeline
Polymer Process Supervisor
Ascend Performance Materials
02.2024 - Current
Polymer FLL
Ascend Performance Materials
11.2018 - 02.2024
Polymer Shift Lead
Ascend Performance Materials
07.2011 - 11.2018
Polymer Control Room Operator
Ascend Performance Materials
05.2005 - 07.2013
One Step Operator
Ascend Performance Materials
02.2004 - 05.2005
Dark Room Specialist
Fujifilm
11.2001 - 02.2004
LDI Operator
Ascend Performance Materials
09.1996 - 11.2001
BCF Operator
Monsanto
07.1994 - 09.1996
BCF Operator
Monsanto
03.1988 - 07.1994
High School Diploma -
Greenwood High School
Education
High School Diploma -
Greenwood High School
Greenwood, SC06-1987
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